Conditions
Conditions treated in children
Clear, parent-friendly guidance on common paediatric surgical problems—from newborn concerns to urology and tumours. If you’re unsure, you can still request an appointment and we’ll guide you to the right next step.
Common conditions I treat
This page is a guide to problems that often need a paediatric surgeon. Every child is different—final advice depends on examination and tests.
Newborn & neonatal
Bowel blockage, vomiting, abdominal swelling, and congenital problems identified at birth.
Hernias & groin/scrotal swelling
Inguinal hernia, hydrocele, and undescended testis (only listed here).
Appendicitis
Right‑sided tummy pain, fever, and vomiting—often needs urgent assessment.
Bowel problems
Constipation with red flags, rectal bleeding, prolapse, and suspected obstruction.
Urology
Hydronephrosis, PUJ obstruction, urinary reflux, and urinary tract infections (UTIs).
Liver, gallbladder & bile ducts
Jaundice, biliary atresia work‑up, choledochal cyst, and gallbladder disease.
Pancreas & spleen
Pancreatic pseudocyst, splenic cysts, and spleen issues after injury.
Paediatric solid tumours
Evaluation and surgery for childhood solid tumours, coordinated with oncology.
When to seek urgent care
If your child has any of the following, please go to the nearest emergency department first. You can contact us after initial stabilisation.
Green (bilious) vomiting
In babies and children, this can signal a bowel blockage and needs urgent assessment.
Severe tummy pain
Especially with fever, repeated vomiting, or the child refusing to walk or move.
Swollen, painful groin lump
A hernia that is stuck can reduce blood supply and requires urgent evaluation.
Blood in stool or vomit
Any significant bleeding should be checked promptly.
Not passing urine
Pain, swelling, or inability to pass urine needs same‑day assessment.
Newborn not feeding
Poor feeding, sleepiness, abdominal swelling, or vomiting in a newborn needs urgent care.